Beckoning Lucky Cats

招き猫 (Manekineko)

The maneki-neko (literally "beckoning cat") is a common Japanese figurine (lucky charm, talisman) which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. Some believe the maneki-neko originated in Osaka, while some insist it was Tokyo (then named Edo). Maneki-neko first appeared during the later part of the Edo period in Japan. See "Maneki neko". Wikipedia. Retrieved 2014-11-05.